Roland VersaUV LEC2-300 Operating manual

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R2-191115T
Regular Maintenance Guide

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Contents
Contents..............................................................................................................................................................................................1
1. Introduction ..................................................................................................................3
Important Notes on Handling and Use....................................................................................................................................4
Printer..................................................................................................................................................................................4
Ink Cartridges ...................................................................................................................................................................5
Basic Maintenance Knowledge...................................................................................................................................................6
Types and Timing of Maintenance............................................................................................................................6
Automatic Maintenance Feature and Notes .........................................................................................................8
Measures When the Printer Is Not in Use for a Prolonged Period .................................................................8
2. Regular Maintenance...................................................................................................9
Cleaning the Machine ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Cleaning the Media Path........................................................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning the Cutting Carriage Roller.................................................................................................................... 11
Replacing Ink Cartridges ............................................................................................................................................................ 12
Out-of-ink Warnings.................................................................................................................................................... 12
Disposing of Discharged Fluid ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Precautions for Disposing of Discharged Fluid................................................................................................. 13
If the Discharged Fluid Disposal Message Appears......................................................................................... 14
If the Drain Bottle Exceeds Its Capacity Limit .................................................................................................... 15
Maintenance That Must Be Performed Daily....................................................................................................................... 16
Maintenance of Ink Cartridges................................................................................................................................ 16
Printing Tests and Normal Cleaning...................................................................................................................... 17
Manual Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
When Normal Cleaning Is Not Eective................................................................................................................................ 19
Medium Cleaning Method ....................................................................................................................................... 19
Powerful Cleaning Method ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Manual Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................................... 23
When Manual Cleaning Is Necessary.................................................................................................................... 23
Manual Cleaning Method ......................................................................................................................................... 24
Consumable Products and Parts Related to Manual Cleaning.................................................................... 32
Cleaning That Must Be Performed Once a Month or More............................................................................................ 33
When UV-LED Device Cleaning Is Necessary ..................................................................................................... 33
How to Clean the UV-LED Device........................................................................................................................... 34
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1.Introduction
1. Introduction
Important Notes on Handling and Use.......................................................................................4
Printer ..........................................................................................................................................4
Ink Cartridges............................................................................................................................5
Basic Maintenance Knowledge ......................................................................................................6
Types and Timing of Maintenance....................................................................................6
Automatic Maintenance Feature and Notes..................................................................8
Measures When the Printer Is Not in Use for a Prolonged Period..........................8

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1.Introduction
Important Notes on Handling and Use
Printer
• This machine is a precision device.
¾Never subject the machine to impacts or excessive force.
¾Never needlessly put your hand or ngers inside the cover, the ink-cartridge ports, or other internal areas
of the machine.
• Install in a suitable location.
¾Install the machine in a location having the specied temperature and humidity.
¾Install the machine in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions.
• The print heads and the UV emitter are delicate devices.
¾Never needlessly touch or allow the object to be printed on to scrape them. Failure to handle these items
with care may cause damage.
¾The print heads may be damaged if allowed to dry out. The machine prevents desiccation automatically,
but improper operation may render this feature inoperative. Operate the machine properly, as specied in
this manual.
¾Never leave the machine with an ink cartridge removed. Remaining ink in the printer may harden and clog
the print heads.
¾Daily maintenance as well as various types of maintenance depending on the status must be performed.
Read this manual thoroughly and perform the appropriate maintenance at the appropriate times.
¾The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required, with the frequency of
replacement depending on use.

Important Notes on Handling and Use
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1.Introduction
Ink Cartridges
• Ink cartridges come in various types.
¾Use a type that is compatible with the printer. Also, be sure to use only genuine items from Roland DG
Corporation.
• Never subject to impact or attempt to disassemble.
¾Never drop the ink cartridges or shake them forcefully. The impact may rupture the internal pouch and
cause the ink to leak.
¾Never attempt to disassemble the ink pouches.
¾Never attempt to rell the ink.
¾If ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash it o as soon as possible. Removal may become dicult if you
leave such adhered ink untreated.
• Storage
¾Use up the ink before the expiration date printed on the ink cartridge.
¾Store the ink cartridges in a location that is not subject to direct sunlight or strong illumination.
¾Store the ink cartridges unopened in a well-ventilated location at a temperature of 5°C (41°F) or higher and
less than 35°C (95°F) and a relative humidity of 20 to 80%RH.

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1.Introduction
Basic Maintenance Knowledge
Types and Timing of Maintenance
To use this machine under its optimal conditions, it is important to perform the appropriate maintenance at the
appropriate times.
Regular Maintenance
These are the maintenance items that are required on a daily basis.
Timing Category Item
Before daily operations
Maintenance of ink cartridges P. 16 "Maintenance of Ink Cartridges"
Cleaning of the print heads P. 17 "Printing Tests and Normal
Cleaning"
During and after daily
operations
Cleaning of the print heads P. 24 "Manual Cleaning Method"
Cleaning the machine P. 10 "Cleaning the Machine"
Replacing ink cartridges P. 12 "Replacing Ink Cartridges"
When the discharged uid is
ready to overow Disposing of discharged uid
P. 14 "If the Discharged Fluid Disposal
Message Appears"
P. 15 "If the Drain Bottle Exceeds Its
Capacity Limit"
When dot drop-out or dot
displacement occurs Cleaning of the print heads
P. 17 "Printing Tests and Normal
Cleaning"
P. 19 "Medium Cleaning Method"
P. 21 "Powerful Cleaning Method"
P. 24 "Manual Cleaning Method"
Once a month Cleaning the UV-LED devices P. 34 "How to Clean the UV-LED
Device"

Basic Maintenance Knowledge
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1.Introduction
Advanced Maintenance and Consumable Part Replacement
This refers to the maintenance and consumable part replacements described in the User's Manual.*1Thoroughly
read the explanation in the User's Manual, and then perform the operation at the appropriate point in time.
Timing Category
When the white ink concentration drops Eliminating drops in ink concentration
When manual cleaning is not e󰀨ective Eliminating uneven colors, dot drop-out, and dot
displacement
When a replacement message appears Replacing consumable parts
• Wiper
• Felt wiper
• Blade
• Separating knife
When a cutting edge becomes dull
*1 You can view the User's Manual from the following URL.
https://webmanual.rolanddg.com/LEC2-300

Basic Maintenance Knowledge
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1.Introduction
Automatic Maintenance Feature and Notes
This machine has a feature that automatically performs maintenance periodically.
This function performs operations for preventing the print heads from drying out, so:
• Always keep the main power switched on.
• Do not leave the front cover open for a long time.
• Return to the top menu after specifying settings in the menus.
Measures When the Printer Is Not in Use for a Prolonged Period
Be sure to follow the instructions shown below when the printer is not in use for a prolonged period.
• Empty the drain bottle.
If you know that you will not use the machine for a prolonged period, empty the drain bottle. When the main
power is on, the machine periodically performs automatic maintenance in which uid is discharged.
The drain bottle is lled when the following periods elapse. Leaving the drain bottle as-is will lead to the
discharged uid overowing.
¾Approximately 2 weeks after the message "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE" is displayed
"P. 14 "If the Discharged Fluid Disposal Message Appears"
¾Approximately 80 days after the drain bottle is emptied
"P. 13 "Disposing of Discharged Fluid"
• Switch the sub power on once every two weeks.
Switch the sub power on once every two weeks. When you turn on the power, the machine automatically
performs operations such as those to keep the print heads from drying out. Leaving the machine unused for a
prolonged period may damage the print heads, so be sure to switch on the power to perform these automatic
operations.
• Keep the machine at a constant temperature and relative humidity.
Even when the machine is not in use, keep it at a temperature of 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F) and a relative
humidity of 20 to 80% (with no condensation). Failure to do so may result in malfunction.

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2.Regular Maintenance
2. Regular Maintenance
Cleaning the Machine..................................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning the Media Path ................................................................................................... 10
Cleaning the Cutting Carriage Roller ............................................................................ 11
Replacing Ink Cartridges................................................................................................................ 12
Out-of-ink Warnings............................................................................................................ 12
Disposing of Discharged Fluid..................................................................................................... 13
Precautions for Disposing of Discharged Fluid ......................................................... 13
If the Discharged Fluid Disposal Message Appears................................................. 14
If the Drain Bottle Exceeds Its Capacity Limit............................................................. 15
Maintenance That Must Be Performed Daily.......................................................................... 16
Maintenance of Ink Cartridges ........................................................................................ 16
Printing Tests and Normal Cleaning .............................................................................. 17
Manual Cleaning................................................................................................................... 18
When Normal Cleaning Is Not Eective................................................................................... 19
Medium Cleaning Method................................................................................................ 19
Powerful Cleaning Method............................................................................................... 21
Manual Cleaning............................................................................................................................... 23
When Manual Cleaning Is Necessary ............................................................................ 23
Manual Cleaning Method.................................................................................................. 24
Consumable Products and Parts Related to Manual Cleaning ............................ 32
Cleaning That Must Be Performed Once a Month or More ............................................... 33
When UV-LED Device Cleaning Is Necessary.............................................................. 33
How to Clean the UV-LED Device................................................................................... 34

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2.Regular Maintenance
Cleaning the Machine
Cleaning the Media Path
Wipe away any ink or grime on the media path and other areas as part of the daily cleaning procedure. It is easy for
ink or grime to ax to the media path, and, if left unattended, this will contaminate new media and have a negative
eect on the transport of media when it is output. Pinch rollers, grit rollers, and the platen are particularly prone to
the buildup of grime.
WARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline, alcohol, or thinner to perform cleaning.
Doing so may cause re.
CAUTION Beforeattemptingcleaning,switcho󰀨thesubpowerandwaituntiltheUV-LED
device cools (approximately 15 minutes).
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury, or hot components may
cause burns.
IMPORTANT
• This machine is a precision device and is sensitive to dust and dirt. Perform cleaning on a daily basis.
• Never attempt to oil or lubricate the machine.
Clean by wiping with a cloth moistened by neutral detergent diluted with water then wrung dry.
Pinch roller These are the positions where the media is xed in place or
transported, so it is easy for ink and grime to a󰀩x to these
positions. Failure to clean this part properly may result in the
transfer of grime to the surface of media.
Grit roller These are the positions where the media is xed in place or
transported, so it is easy for grime to a󰀩x to these positions.
Remove buildup of media scraps and other material using a
brush. Never use a metal brush.
Platen Wipe away any buildup of ink, grime, or cut media on the
media path and in the grooves.

Cleaning the Machine
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2.Regular Maintenance
Cleaning the Cutting Carriage Roller
Paper dust axes to the separating knife carriage roller during media separation. Periodically wipe the area clean.
WARNING Never use a solvent such as gasoline, alcohol, or thinner to perform cleaning.
Doing so may cause re.
CAUTION Beforeattemptingcleaning,switcho󰀨thesubpowerandwaituntiltheUV-LED
device cools (approximately 15 minutes).
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury, or hot components may
cause burns.
IMPORTANT
• This machine is a precision device and is sensitive to dust and dirt. Perform cleaning on a daily basis.
• Never attempt to oil or lubricate the machine.
Clean by wiping with a cloth moistened by neutral detergent diluted with water then wrung dry.

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2.Regular Maintenance
Replacing Ink Cartridges
Out-of-inkWarnings
When an ink pouch runs out, printing pauses and a warning beep sounds. Pull out the empty cartridge and insert a
new one. Printing resumes.
If an ink runs out, the numbers of the color that has run out ash.
Lit Indicates that ink still remains
Flashing Indicates that ink has run out

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2.Regular Maintenance
PrecautionsforDisposingofDischargedFluid
WARNING Neverplacedischargeduidorinknearanopename.
Doing so may cause re.
CAUTION Tostoredischargeduidtemporarily,placeitintheincludeddrainbottleorina
durablesealedcontainersuchasametalcanorpolyethylenetank,andcapthe
container tightly.
Any spillage or vapor leakage may cause re, odor, or physical distress.
IMPORTANT
Disposeofdischargeduidproperly,inaccordancewiththelawsine󰀨ectinyourlocale.
Discharged uid is ammable and contains toxic ingredients. Never attempt to incinerate discharged uid or
discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems, rivers, or streams. Doing so may have an
adverse impact on the environment.
DisposingofDischargedFluid

DisposingofDischargedFluid
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2.Regular Maintenance
IftheDischargedFluidDisposalMessageAppears
The message shown below appears when a certain amount of discharged uid has collected in the bottle. If this
message appears, dispose of the discharged uid.
EMPTY
DRAIN BOTTLE
Procedure
A Removethedrainbottleanddiscardthedischargeduid.
IMPORTANT
When you remove the drain bottle, a few drops of discharged uid may come out of the machine. Exercise caution
to prevent this uid from soiling your hands or the oor.
B Quicklyattachtheemptieddrainbottletothemachineoncemore.
C Press[ENTER].
The display returns to the original screen.

DisposingofDischargedFluid
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2.Regular Maintenance
IftheDrainBottleExceedsItsCapacityLimit
The drain bottle collects discharged uid. When the drain bottle is full, the message shown below will be displayed.
No more discharged uid can be stored in the drain bottle, so be sure to discard the discharged uid before the
drain bottle exceeds its capacity limit.
LIMIT OVER EMPTY
DRAIN BOTTLE
Procedure
A Removethedrainbottleanddiscardthedischargeduid.
IMPORTANT
When you remove the drain bottle, a few drops of discharged uid may come out of the machine. Exercise caution
to prevent this uid from soiling your hands or the oor.
B Quicklyattachtheemptieddrainbottletothemachineoncemore.
C Press[ENTER].

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2.Regular Maintenance
MaintenanceThatMustBePerformedDaily
Maintenance of Ink Cartridges
The precipitation of the ingredients in the ink disables printing in normal color. So that the ink mixes well, shake the
ink cartridge horizontally with a stroke length of around 5 cm (2 in.) from each end of the ink cartridge.
• Removethewhiteinkcartridge,shakeit50times(about20seconds),andthenreinsertthis
cartridge.
• Theinkcartridgesforcolorsotherthanwhitedonotneedtobeshakenbeforeeveryoperation,
butbesuretoshakethemwheninstallingnewones.
The ingredients in white ink tend to settle. Each day, before starting the day's operations, be sure to shake this
cartridge. Allowing the ink to stand without carrying out these steps can cause the settled material to harden,
resulting in malfunction or other problems.
IMPORTANT
• Beforeshakingtheinkcartridge,wipeo󰀨anyinkfromarounditsmouth.Ifyoudonotwipeo󰀨
the ink, it may splatter when you shake the ink cartridge.
• Whenyouhavenishedmixingtheink,reattachtheinkcartridgeimmediately.Takingtimeto
reattachtheinkcartridgewilladverselya󰀨ecttheinkpath.
• Evenifyourarelyusewhiteink,shakethewhiteinkcartridge50times(about20seconds)once
a week.

MaintenanceThatMustBePerformedDaily
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2.Regular Maintenance
Printing Tests and Normal Cleaning
1. Perform a printing test.
Before you carry out actual printing, perform a printing test to ensure no dot drop-out or dot displacement occurs.
If dot drop-out or dot displacement occurs, perform cleaning of the print heads (normal cleaning).
MEMO
• This operation is unnecessary if you will only perform cutting.
• When performing printing tests successively, you can select "SCAN" (vertical printing) or "FEED" (horizontal
printing) as the print position for the 2nd and later tests in comparison to the 1st test.
"User's Manual (https://webmanual.rolanddg.com/LEC2-300)
Procedure
A Loadthemedia.
"User's Manual (https://webmanual.rolanddg.com/LEC2-300)
B Press[FUNCTION].
C Press [ ],then[ ]todisplaythescreenshownbelow.
CLEANING
TEST PRINT
D Press[ENTER].
Printing of the test pattern starts.
E Checkwhetherthereisdotdrop-outordotdisplacementinthetestpattern.
Missing blocks indicate dot drop-out. Collapsed or inclined blocks indicate dot displacement.
F If you have opened the front cover, close it.
If no dot drop-out or dot displacement occurs, this operation is nished. Press [FUNCTION] to go back
to the original screen.

MaintenanceThatMustBePerformedDaily
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2.Regular Maintenance
2. Perform normal cleaning.
Procedure
A Press [ ]todisplaythescreenshownbelow.
CLEANING
NORMAL CL.
B Press[ENTER].
The screen shown below appears, and then cleaning starts. The (approximate) remaining time for the
procedure is displayed on the screen. (The display shown below is an example. "01:45" = "1 minute and
45 seconds")
CLEANING...
>> 01:45
When nished, the screen shown below appears again.
CLEANING
NORMAL CL.
C Press [ ].
CLEANING
TEST PRINT
D Press[ENTER].
Perform a printing test again to check whether the dot drop-out and dot displacement have been
corrected.
E Checktomakesurethedotdrop-outordotdisplacementhasbeencorrected.
If the problem persists, try performing normal cleaning again. If the printer has been used for a long
period, dot drop-outs may not be xed even after performing normal cleaning two or three times. If this
is the case, clean using a di󰀨erent method.
"P. 19 "When Normal Cleaning Is Not E󰀨ective"
Manual Cleaning
Perform manual cleaning after daily operations are nished.
"P. 24 "Manual Cleaning Method"